Dangers Of Worn Shock Absorbers

Worn Shock Absorbers - Don't Take The Risk.

The most Misunderstood part of a vehicle is often the shock absorbers - many people don't even realise they're intended to keep your tyres safely in contact with the road!

What Are Shock Absorbers?

Your stability, steering, handling, ride comfort and brakes all depend on
your shock absorbers to function at optimum levels. Shocks and struts
are important mechanisms of the suspension system. Replacing worn or
inadequate shocks and struts and thoroughly inspecting the entire
suspension system will help to maintain good vehicle safety and control.

What Are The Signs Of Worn Shock Absorbers?

If you have any signs of worn shocks you should visit the team at Carrington Street Auto Repairs in Adelaide for a road test by our qualified technicians.
There are noticeable signals of excessive shock absorber wear and tear you should watch for:

Trouble Stopping

Worn shock absorbers can add as much as 20% to your stopping distance. That's the sort of fault that can be fatal and requires immediate attention.

Nose-diving & Swerving

If the bonnet of your car dips when you brake or slow down, or your vehicle swerves under brakes, you may have a shock absorber problem.

Bad Vibes

Uncomfortable steering wheel vibration could be shock absorbers.

Side Slide

If your car veers in side winds, particularly when the wind isn't so strong, you could have shock absorber problems.

Shake, Rattle & Roll

Notice that your car 'rock and rolls' over bumps, railway tracks or uneven surfaces? Not hugging the bends? Time to visit Carrington Street Auto Repairs for a check up!

Uneven Tyre Wear

If your tyres are wearing unevenly, particularly if there are bald patches, odds are it's your shock absorbers.

Monroe Safety Specialist

Carrington Street Auto Repairs are proud members of the Monroe Safety Specialist Program and embrace the philosophy of 'technology driven safety'. You can rest assured that Carrington Street Auto Repairs is trained to ensure the product that best suits your vehicle, driving style and needs is always correctly specified and fitted.